Group Dynamics

Question 1

Features of a group

Answer 1

■ Interaction between group members
■ A collective identity
■ Shared objectives or a common goal ■ Communicatio

Question 2

Collective Identity

Answer 2

• A team can be recognised easily as they are wearing the same uniform/ colour.
• This develops affiliation which creates motivation and a belonging

Question 3

interaction

Answer 3

■ The way players work together to complete a task
■ Are they loud or quiet
■ Playful or serious

Question 4

Communication

Answer 4

■ Non verbal and Verbal
■ Coded plays

Question 5

A shared goal or purpose

Answer 5

■ Achieving a shared goal/ target helps to bind people together so they commit to each other and work hard to achieve the goal, this raises motivation.

Question 6

Forming

Answer 6

■ Forming – getting to know each other, strengths/ weaknesses, will people fit in
■ Develop Social relationships,
■ Reliant on the coach to bring the group together
■ Figure out the goal

Question 7

Storming

Answer 7

Storming – Infighting and conflict as people establish roles/ positions
■ Confrontation with leaders

Question 8

Norming

Answer 8

Norming – cooperation. Conflicts are resolved.
■ The team begins to unify and cooperate focussing on achieving goals.
■ Standards/ Norms are accepted and the cohesion of the team develops
■ Motivation and success rise

Question 9

Performing

Answer 9

Performing – common goals, success, team support each other and understand their roles
■ Motivation and enjoyment is high
■ Respect for other members and leaders is high